INFANT CLASS TEACHER

Location

SAMLESBURY CHURCH OF ENGLAND SCHOOL
Potter Lane , Samlesbury , Preston , Lancashire , PR5 0UE
Tel: 01772 877200
School website: samlesburyceprimary.co.uk
Roll: 65

Information

Are you looking for further develop your teaching career in a school where children’s behaviour is exemplary and learning takes place without disruption?  We are a small, hardworking team who enjoy our work and would love to find a fellow educator who is passionate about making a difference and teaching children who love to learn.

The Governors are looking to appoint an energetic, ambitious and enthusiastic infant teacher to the staff team. This will be a permanent 0.8 appointment, Tuesday to Friday. From the start of the summer term or earlier.
We are looking for someone who:

is an excellent classroom practitioner able to use a wide range of effective teaching strategies with high expectations of pupil achievement and an understanding of how all children learn best;

has had experience in EYFS and a good understanding of the KS1 curriculum;

approaches curriculum development creatively;

has good interpersonal skills and enjoys working as part of a team;

is committed to continuously improving their own teaching practice so that their classroom is a place where children love to learn and staff feel fulfilled;

will support and enhance the strong Christian tradition and ethos of the school.
In return we offer:

a supportive and caring ethos based on Christian values;

school leaders who place as much value on ensuring staff wellbeing is maintained as well having  children who are flourishing;

amazing pupils who are enthusiastic to learn and enjoy coming to school;

supportive parents and governors

strong links with the local parish community;

the opportunity to fast track your experience and leadership in a school or we are also a school where you could put down roots with a fantastic staff team and make a real difference to a school community

a well-resourced and attractive working environment in a beautiful setting with Forest School provision.

Enhanced DBS clearance is required for this post. The school is fully committed to safeguarding children's welfare. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
The requirement to have a faith reference is desirable but the successful candidate will be expected to support the school’s Christian ethos.
Applications should be completed on the Blackburn Diocese form attached to this advert. The accompanying letter should be a maximum of two sides of A4. Please state clearly the reasons for applying for the post, key stage strengths and curriculum strengths. Please note CVs are not accepted: to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
Opportunities to view the school are welcomed. Please contact the school to arrange.
Applications should be emailed to head@samlesbury.lancs.sch.uk or posted to the school by noon on Monday 27th January 2025.
Shortlisting: 29th January 2025
Teaching observations will be week beginning Monday 3rd February and interviews for successful candidates will be held week beginning Monday 10th February 2025.

Essential Qualifications

Please see attached form for person specification

Desirable Qualifications

Please see attached form for person specification

Essential Experience

Please see attached form for person specification

Desirable Experience

Working in a mixed age class
Please see attached form for additional person specification

Proposed Interview Date:

12/02/2025 

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

. Return forms to the Headteacher at the School

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.